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72+: The EFL Podcast

BBC Radio 5 Live

Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff dive into the biggest stories across the EFL, with expert analysis, exclusive guests and the moments everyone is talking about.

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19:58

Spygate: Eckert free to continue as Southampton manager

72+: The EFL Podcast ·

2026/10/07

John Bennett and Jobi are joined by BBC Radio Solent's Adam Blackmore to react to the Spygate verdict. An FA regulatory commission has handed Southampton boss Tonda Eckert a suspended 6-week ban for his involvement in the Spygate scandal. What reasons were given for this verdict? And is it a fair outcome? With Middlesbrough the club to uncover the spying ahead of their Championship play-off semi-final, fan and editor of Fly Me To The Moon fanzine, Robert Nichols, offers what this decision is like

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40:44

Posh get Savage, Bradford appoint Duff and the...

72+: The EFL Podcast ·

2026/10/07

Jobi McAnuff, Luke Chambers and Tommy Smith chat all things EFL.We hear from 2 new managers in League One - Robbie Savage has his first crack at the EFL at Peterborough, and Michael Duff is in at Bradford less than a month after leaving Wycombe.With the Championship returning, the panel discuss the teams who've impressed and disappointed so far this season.And in 72 PLUS 72 MINUS, there's a long range belter in League Two - and a goalkeeper thinking he's Messi in League One.This season we now have

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52:38

Managerial fireworks and Dean Brennan’s Irish...

72+: The EFL Podcast ·

2026/09/30

Graham Alexander to Preston North End, Robbie Savage to Peterborough? It’s a big week for managerial movements in the EFL.Two high-flying managers in League Two join Aaron Paul & Jobi McAnuff to analyse and debate the latest talking points.Bristol Rovers’ Steve Evans is fresh from celebrating a new club record in the supporters’ bar, while table-topping Barnet’s Dean Brennan reveals all on his regular arguments with the owner, his love for Irish breakfasts and how the Bees have risen back

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54:37

Spygate debate & Grimsby’s CEO on Jamestown Analytics

72+: The EFL Podcast ·

2026/09/23

How are Grimsby Town and Swansea City linked through their recruitment and analysis?Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff and Cambridge United boss Neil Harris find out in conversation with Grimsby CEO Polly Bancroft, who talks Jamestown Analytics, club growth, ambitions and what it’s like to be one of the few female Chief Executives in the EFL.That’s after the panel are joined by Adam Blackmore, BBC Radio Solent’s Sports Editor, to chat Spygate, the looming verdict over Tonda Eckert and how the club is feeling

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47:15

Preston sack Heckingbottom & Millwall face West Ham

72+: The EFL Podcast ·

2026/09/16

Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff and Luke Chambers chat all things EFL.What next for Preston after they sacked Paul Heckingbottom? How far can Lincoln go after a strong start to the season?Saturday sees Millwall face West Ham for the first time since 2012 – Millwall defender Caleb Taylor joins the pod.Shrewsbury look to be the latest EFL club with American owners, BBC Shropshire’s Nick Southall explains how Brad Friedel is involved.And in 72PLUS 72MINUS, there’s a miss of the century contender and an

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57:19

Vardy joins Burnley & Wycombe sack Duff

72+: The EFL Podcast ·

2026/09/09

Aaron Paul, Wimbledon boss Johnnie Jackson and Bristol City winger Jed Wallace discuss the biggest talking points in the EFL.Michael Duff is the first managerial casualty of the season after he was sacked by Wycombe after just 5 games – was it harsh?Burnley are struggling towards the bottom of the Championship – can the signing of 39 year old Jamie Vardy kickstart their season?What next for Russell Martin’s Leicester after they hit a new low at the weekend after losing 4-0 at home.And in 72PLUS

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58:02

Norwich sporting director & deadline day round up

72+: The EFL Podcast ·

2026/09/02

Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff are joined by Norwich City sporting director Ben Knapper.Knapper discusses how he spent deadline day in Stoke, juggling transfer business with a Championship matchday. He also reflects on the Canaries' start to their campaign and last season's decision to replace Liam Manning with current head coach Philippe Clement. There's also a round up of the biggest deals from deadline day and a look at a busy midweek EFL fixture list. Plus, Bristol Rovers manager Steve Evans joins

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53:45

Outfield players in goal & problems for Leicester

72+: The EFL Podcast ·

2026/08/26

Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff are joined by Tranmere boss Darrell Clarke to discuss the big stories in the EFL.Darrell explains how his defender Bobby Faulkner ended up in goal and the panel discuss Bobby Kamwa's Adebayor-esque celebration against his former club Newport.Millwall, Charlton and West Brom are the early pace-setters in the Championship - while Leicester are already struggling in League One, but will Russell Martin be given the time to turn it around?And in 72PLUS 72MINUS, there's a

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51:11

Luton's dramatic comeback & VAR in the Championship?

72+: The EFL Podcast ·

2026/08/19

Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff are joined by Bolton manager Steven Schumacher to break down the opening weekend of league fixtures in the EFL - and we hear from Luton boss Jack Wilshere.Bolton won on their return to the Championship, but how can they compete with their big-spending rivals. The panel also discuss Will Lankshear's dream start at Middlesbrough, how Southampton will deal with being pantomime villains after Spygate and whether VAR is needed in the Championship after a blatant handball

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49:47

2026/2027 EFL season preview

72+: The EFL Podcast ·

2026/08/11

The new EFL season is back with nine months of drama to come across the Championship, League One and League Two. Aaron Paul is joined by Andy Woodman, Luke Chambers and Lyle Taylor to preview all three divisions on our new 72+ feed, looking at promotion contenders, relegated giants and, dark horses. West Ham and Wolves return to the second tier, Southampton and Middlesbrough all have their eyes on promotion. Bromley manager Andy Woodman discusses the club's historic first season in the third tier,

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0:35

Welcome to… 72+

72+: The EFL Podcast ·

2026/08/10

Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff dive into the biggest stories across the EFL, with expert analysis, exclusive guests and the moments everyone is talking about.

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